Records from 1990 to 2008. Most recent: operational control imposed, 17 December 2008.
Inspection history · 22
17 December 2008
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3381388
17 December 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3381434
4 December 2008
PI Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · MARPOL Annex I Examination · ISPS II Exam · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3370559
2 December 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3372530
2 December 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3376768
21 April 2008
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3188729
20 December 2007
ISPS II Exam · Ballast Water Examination · PII Safety Exam
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3118529
21 March 2006
Ballast Water Examination · PII Safety Exam · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 2602811
7 October 2003
Ballast Water Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1923482
15 July 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1646493
13 July 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1694846
10 April 2002
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1608411
29 March 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PROVIDENCE · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 276114
24 August 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 431879
24 December 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 423900
19 March 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 413723
5 April 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 402042
20 September 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 704654
5 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 204113
5 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 369456
5 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 865289
6 July 1990
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 337957
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Swing Meter
Issued 18 December 2008
Resolved
Pilot stated that the vessel could not attain 35 degrees starboard.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 18 December 2008
Resolved 18 December 2008
Resolution: Received a class report stating that all steering machinery is in good order.
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Service System › Pump
Issued 4 December 2008
Resolved
Both Lube Oil pumps are leaking excessively from mechanical seals. Pumps were draining into a 5 gallon bucket which was full. Fleet manager has asked for an extension of the deficiency till the 16th of Dec.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 December 2008
Resolved 14 December 2008
Resolution: Rcvd class report stating leaks repaired.
Engineering › Sea-water System (primary cooling) › Pump
Issued 4 December 2008
Resolved
Main Engine Saltwater Cooling Pump #2 found leaking approximately 1 gallon per minute when operating. Fleet manager has asked for an extension of the deficiency till the 16th of Dec.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 December 2008
Resolved 14 December 2008
Resolution: Rcvd class report stating leaks repaired
Documentation › Safety Management System › Conformity Maintenance Procedures
Issued 4 December 2008
No resolution recorded
Vessel does not appear to be following critical equipment maintenance, inspection and on-board critical spares were not maintained in accordance with Safety Management System.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 3 January 2009 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
Engineering › Compressed Air System (start air) › Piping
Issued 4 December 2008
Resolved
On the 2nd of Dec the vessel suffered a MC. See AN 3370559 narrative for details.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 4 December 2008
Resolution: Rcvd class report clearing def. Class report states water condensation blocked air line, obstruction cleared and system tested all sat.
Documentation › Manuals/Policy Documentation › Transfer Procedures
Issued 20 December 2007
Resolved
Vessel could not provide Oil Transfer Procedures and was scheduled to bunker at its next US port call.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 15 - Rectify deficiencies by next port
Due 31 December 2007
Resolved 23 December 2007
Resolution: Vessel had the required OTP.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Side Shell
Issued 20 December 2007
Resolved
Vessel starboard anchor rest external to the ship hull was found to have a crack inferior to the anchor and is approximately 12 inches in length.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 December 2007
Resolved 21 April 2008
Resolution: Received proper documentation from Russian Maritime Register of Shipping satisfying requirement.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Ballast Water Reporting Form
Issued 20 December 2007
Resolved
Vessel did not submit a ballast water report, 24 hours prior to entering the port.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 December 2007
Resolved 21 December 2007
Resolution: [name withheld] and Fax report immediately to NBIC.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Danger Messages
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The ship's bell is missing. Bell required to be replaced as soon as possible to meet the COLRGES requirements.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Ship''s bell has been replaced.
Fire Fighting › Miscellaneous Items › A Class Division Penetrations
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The vents leading into the battery rooms are holed underneath the dampers. In addition several holes in the decks above have holes in them as well. Air will still be able to enter the space and feed the fire. The holes above will allow rain water to enter the space. [name withheld] and Chief Engineer were instructed to make repairs as soon as possible and have the Class Repetitive inspect them.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: One of the vents has been repaired under the direction of the Classification Society Representative. The other one a condition of class was issued, repairs are required to be done by 20 April 2006.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Other Accommodation Spaces › Open Deck Space
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
On deck # 3, starboard side aft there is a wasted section of bulkhead, which will allow rain water to leak into the accommodation spaces below. The [name withheld] and C/E were informed that this should be repaired as soon as possible and have the Classification Representative look at it for approval.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of the Classification Society Representative.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The Bos'n storage door on deck #2 starboard side the entrance coaming is wasted. The bottom part under the door is severely wasted and will allow water to enter into the space. Informed [name withheld] and C/E that this should be repaired as soon as possible and have the Classification Representative inspect it.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired the door coaming under the direction of the Classification Society Representative.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The galley supply and exhaust vents are wasted in several places. In addition the starboard vent electrical junction box is falling apart. Informed the [name withheld] and C/E that repairs need to be made to both vents to the satisfaction of the Classification Society Representative.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired the vents and electrical junction box to the satisfaction of the Classification Society Representative.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Three holes were found on the poop deck. Openings would allow sea / rain water to enter the spaces below. [name withheld] and C/E were advised to have the holes repaired as soon as possible to the satisfaction of Class.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Coaming
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The coaming at the bottom of the door located on the port side, which leads into the galley has a hole approximately two (2) inches. The [name withheld] and C/E were advised that this should be repaired as soon as possible to the satisfaction of Class.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Bottom port light did not have the correct type of lamp inside it. In addition the lens was cracked and a piece was missing.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 15 March 2006
Resolved 15 March 2006
Resolution: The [name withheld] and C/E had the electrical engineer replace the lamp and lens.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The door holding the starboard light was wasted at the hinge side. While inspecting the light the door with the light attached fell on the main deck. The [name withheld] and C/E were advised that this should be repaired as soon a possible under the direction of Class.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Lifesaving › Embarkation Appliances/Stations › Steps
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Most of the wooden spacers for the embarkation ladders are missing the wrapping around them, which ensures the steps stay in place. Informed the [name withheld] and C/E that the spacers need to be re-wrapped and have the ladders inspected by the Class representative.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Canopy
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
All of the canopy support bars are in need of repair. Most of the lower ends are wasted and not all of the pieces are accounted for. Advised the [name withheld] and C/E that these would need to be repaired / replaced and inspected by the Class representative.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Hull
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The support bars which connect the keel to the release device are worn near the connection point. The crew cleaned the areas in question and we found what appeared to be a small crack on the aft connection bar to the port lifeboat. We directed the [name withheld] and C/E to have the spaces cleaned again and have Class inspect all of them.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: A condition of Class was issued and repairs are required to be done to the satisfaction of the attending surveyor by 20 April 2006.
Deck/Cargo › Mooring/Anchoring › Winch
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Several hydraulic leaks were found on the port and starboard control box for the mooring and anchor system on the forecastle. [name withheld] and C/E advised to correct the leaks and have the Class representative inspect them.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Hatch Cover
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The hydraulic controls on cargo holds number two (2) and four (4) are leaking severely. Advised [name withheld] and C/E to repair leaks and have the Class representative inspect the repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Stability › Weathertight Integrity › General
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The foreword window in the [name withheld] office is cracked, which is allowing water to enter the space. Advised the [name withheld] that this needs to be replaced and have the Class surveyor inspect the repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The foreword hydraulic room which controls the operations of the cargo holds and foreword mooring winches is in very poor condition. There are major leaks on the system and the crew has added bypass hoses to keep the system operational. Lubrication oil is covering the entire deck. Instructed the [name withheld] and C/E to repair the leaks, clean the space and have Class inspect the repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The after bulkhead of the foreword hydraulic room has been compromised. The crew at some time has cut a hole in it approximately four (4) inches in diameter. Advised the [name withheld] and C/E that this has opened the space to exposure of fire or flooding. Instructed them to have Class look at it first then repair it to the satisfaction of Class.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The activation controls connecting bottle # 43, 44, 45 and 46 for the main CO2 system have been disconnected and there is a kink in the pipe connecting bottle #47. The full system may not have activated because of this. Instructed the [name withheld] and C/E to have the system looked at by an approved fire and safety expert and have Class inspected the system as well.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by Unitor Contractor and looked at by the Classification Surveyor.
Fire Fighting › Miscellaneous Items › A Class Division Penetrations
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Fire doors leading into the galley, engine room and steering flat are not working properly. Most of the self closing devices have been entirely removed, disconnected or are not working properly. Advised the [name withheld] and C/E that these need to be corrected as soon as possible and have the Class representative inspect them.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: Repairs were done by the crew under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The aft hydraulic room which controls the operations of the aft mooring winches is in very poor condition. There is leakage on the system and the crew has not been properly maintaining the space. Lubrication oil was on the deck and in puddles in the corners. Instructed the [name withheld] and C/E to repair the leaks, clean the space and have Class inspect the repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired the leaks under the direction of the Classification Representative.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Two (2) of the windows in the galley have cracks located at the lower portion of the glass near the left hand side. Informed the [name withheld] and C/E that these need to be repaired and inspected by the Class representative.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired these under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Engineering › Freshwater System (piston cooling) › Piping
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The crew has bypassed the piston cooling drain line for some reason. They have added their own line which now empties directly into the top of the tank. The tank top is not secured by nuts and it appears they have been operating this way for some time. Informed C/E and [name withheld] that this is unacceptable and Class will need to inspect this system.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired these under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Stern Tube Lubrication/Sealing
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The shaft seal cooling line and lubrication lines have been disconnected for unknown reasons. The crew has made some modifications bypassing the original design. Informed the C/E and [name withheld] that this was unacceptable and informed them that Class would need to look into this.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired these under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Fire Fighting › Firemans Outfit › Protective Clothing
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
There is an emergency fire blanket located in the engine room located outside of the engine control room port side. However, the container for this is located directly behind the steam pipes. In addition the blanket is 100% asbestos. Instructed C/E and [name withheld] to remove the blanket and replace with non-asbestos type and relocate the container and have the Class inspect this.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew replaced the blanket with non-asbestos type and recoated the box under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Marine Sanitation Device, Type II
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The sewage plant is not being maintained as per the manufacturer's requirements. Daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual and annual test are not being done. In addition weekly checks require the use of a chlorine test kit, which is not on board. The plant has several welded patches and is coming apart near the tablet tubes.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The Classification surveyor has inspected this and written a condition of Class. Repairs to this system must be completed by 20 April 2006.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Incinerator, Shipboard
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
The Garbage Plan is not ship specific when it comes to using the incinerator. We were told that only oily rags and sludge was being burned. However, we found a number of items including plastic in the ash and inside the incinerator. Instructed the [name withheld] and C/E that details on its use must be identified. Instructed them to address this item with the Class representative.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired these under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
There are no safety goggles or eye wash bottles in any of the three battery lockers. Informed the [name withheld] and C/E that there should be safety goggles and eye wash bottles in each of the spaces. However, if only the electrical engineer inspects the batteries if he carried these on his persons that would be acceptable as well. Instructed them to have Class address this reference ILO 147.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew installed eye wash bottles and goggles in each of the battery lockers under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Service System › Piping
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
There were numerous by pass hose throughout the engine room for general use. Apparently all of the original piping and drains were clogged. Informed the C/E and [name withheld] that this was unacceptable and the Class representative would need to look into this.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired these under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 15 March 2006
Resolved
Throughout the vessel there were lights without safety covers. Electrical junction boxes with covers and 50% of the lighting fixtures in the engine room did not work. Instructed the C/E and [name withheld] to have repairs made to all electrical system as soon as possible for safety and have Class look into this.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2006
Resolved 20 March 2006
Resolution: The crew repaired these under the direction of the Classification Surveyor.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 19 March 1998
Resolved
OWS AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN INOPERABLE_x001C_ MARPOL 73/78 ANNEX I/16.5
Condition: Unknown
Due 24 December 1998
Resolved 24 December 1998
Electrical
Issued 19 March 1998
Resolved
MISSING SECTION OF VENT IN STEERING ROOM._x001C_ SOLAS 74 REG II-1/27A
Condition: Unknown
Due 24 December 1998
Resolved 24 December 1998
Electrical
Issued 19 March 1998
Resolved
MISSING LIGHTS AND COVERS IN THE ENGINE ROOM._x001C_ SOLAS 74 REG II-1/27A
Condition: Unknown
Due 24 December 1998
Resolved 24 December 1998
Fire Fighting
Issued 19 March 1998
Resolved
INOPERABLE GUAGE ON #2 FIRE PUMP._x001C_ SOLAS 74 REG II-2/21
Condition: Unknown
Due 24 December 1998
Resolved 24 December 1998
Electrical
Issued 19 March 1998
Resolved
LEAKING AC LINE IN STEERING ROOM._x001C_ SOLAS 74 REG II-1/27A
Condition: Unknown
Due 24 December 1998
Resolved 24 December 1998
Documentation
Issued 5 August 1994
Resolved
DECLARATION OF INSPECTION NOT INITIALED BY PIC ON VESSEL.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 August 1994
Resolved 13 August 1994
Deck/Cargo
Issued 5 August 1994
Resolved
MAINDECK SCUPPERS NOT CLOSED BY MECHANICAL MEANS DURING FUEL TRANSFER.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 April 1997
Resolved 5 April 1997
Construction/Loadline
Issued 5 August 1994
Resolved
OWS MISSING PROPER SINAGE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 6 August 1994
Resolved 13 August 1994